Credit Controller

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Credit Controller to join a well established team based in Leicester.

Client Details

Our client is a successful and growing Leicestershire-based retail business with a strong reputation for quality, comfort, and customer service. Supplying products to retailers across the UK, the company continues to expand through innovation, strong partnerships, and a commitment to delivering excellent products and experiences.

Description

The Credit Controller's responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Manage customer accounts, monitor aged debt, and proactively collect outstanding payments to support healthy cash flow.
Administer trade credit insurance, including managing credit limits, liaising with insurers, and ensuring compliance with policy requirements.
Produce accurate and timely sales invoices, credit notes, and account reconciliations.
Assess customer creditworthiness, monitor credit risk, and recommend actions to minimise bad debt exposure.
Resolve customer billing and payment queries while maintaining strong customer relationships.
Support finance reporting, cash flow forecasting, and continuous improvement of credit control and invoicing processes.

Profile

A successful Credit Controller should have:

Proven experience in credit control, accounts receivable, or a similar finance role.
Demonstrate strong knowledge of trade credit insurance, credit risk management, and sales invoicing processes.
Possess excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with confidence in managing customer payment discussions.
Be highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Have good analytical skills and the ability to identify risks, resolve issues, and make informed decisions.
Be proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and comfortable using finance and ERP systems

Job Offer

Competitive salary up to £33,000 (dependent on experience).
A permanent role with stability and growth potential.
Hybrid, flexible working available
Other voluntary benefits including discounts